Clean Wood Kitchen Cabinet Doors

Don t forget to address the sides of each drawer and door while you re wiping.

Clean wood kitchen cabinet doors.

Cleaning kitchen cabinets with vinegar will easily remove fingerprints. The oily residue on fingers can leave behind unsightly marks on cabinet doors and hardware. Removing buildup might be a more involved step if your cabinet facing is more intricate. Wring out the cloth you re using so that it s damp but not dripping.

The vinegar smell will go away as soon as the cabinets dry. Using your cleaner of choice spray or wipe cabinet fronts one at a time. You don t want to get the cabinets soaking wet because moisture may warp the wood. Whatever cleaner you choose the basic steps of how to clean wood kitchen cabinets are the same.

Dip a clean washcloth or cleaning rag into the vinegar solution and use it to wipe down the cabinet doors and underneath the cabinets. After letting it sit for a moment wipe off the solution with fresh microfiber towel again making sure to dry in the direction of the grain of wood. Dampen a cloth in a 50 50 solution of water and vinegar apply to the prints and buff clean with a polishing cloth. You may need to use a little elbow grease to remove heavy grease and grime buildup.

To finish wipe off any lingering cleaner with a clean damp cloth and dry thoroughly. Wipe the cleaner on drawer pulls and door handles. If your cabinets are really grimy spray multipurpose cleaner containing citrus oil onto the kitchen cabinets and let it sit for a few minutes he says next use a sponge or microfiber cloth dampened with warm water to gently remove the grease. Pour a small amount of the oil soap onto a clean towel and go over the entire cabinet with a light layer of the oil soap.